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can you explain in more detail please.....Normally I would say one of the S&W 1911s, but it seems over the last few years their quality control has gone way downhill. I'd be very leary about buying a S&W 1911 or anything out of their performance shop today.
i'm very happy w the Sig 1911. well built gun. well over 4k rounds no malfunctions. shoots any ammo. any mag. can't say that about other 1911's I've owned (and sold them all except the Rock Island and the Sig).
wouldn't buy any new S&W's even if they were half off. their current production firearms belong in a dumpster.
can you explain in more detail please.....
I have personal knowledge/experience with 4 or 5 new guns purchased from their performance center and all of them had to go back for quality control or performance issues. These were 1911s and revolvers.
I am a big fan of S&W revolvers and own many, but it will be a while before I'm ready to buy a new one from them again.
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I have personal knowledge/experience with 4 or 5 new guns purchased from their performance center and all of them had to go back for quality control or performance issues. These were 1911s and revolvers.
count me in here too. my faith in S&W's current quality is zero
The best MA approved 1911 would probably be the STI target master
I prefer the SVIs, but nobody would accuse them of being at a competitive price point.The best MA approved 1911 would probably be the STI target master
I have personal knowledge/experience with 4 or 5 new guns purchased from their performance center and all of them had to go back for quality control or performance issues. These were 1911s and revolvers.
I am a big fan of S&W revolvers and own many, but it will be a while before I'm ready to buy a new one from them again.
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The best MA approved 1911 would probably be the STI target master
It also takes a proper presentation (best if done by skilled counsel, but not a necessity) and application to the GCAB (gun control advisory board).In a conversation with a MA STI retailer, we discussed what it takes for a gun to be on the 'target roster'. If STI made a one page pamphlet advertisement promoting all of their models as being competitive in USPSA/IDPA/Steel challenge, that would be enough to get all of their models on the roster.
Nothing to compare it to since it's the only one I've owned so far but, I'm perfectly happy with my Ruger 1911.
For the money I love my SR1911. Shoots better and a better trigger than my Sig XO. Glad I passed on an E-Series and got the Ruger for a lot less.
I'd buy a Ruger (seriously) then take it to Greg Derr and put a 1000 dollars worth of customization in the gun. That way you get something unique to yourself.
Otherwise look for a used Wilson Combat or similar but seriously you can get a very nice 1911 by purchasing a stock gun and having it customized.
I'd buy a Ruger (seriously) then take it to Greg Derr and put a 1000 dollars worth of customization in the gun. That way you get something unique to yourself.
Otherwise look for a used Wilson Combat or similar but seriously you can get a very nice 1911 by purchasing a stock gun and having it customized.
I'd buy a Ruger (seriously) then take it to Greg Derr and put a 1000 dollars worth of customization in the gun. That way you get something unique to yourself.
Otherwise look for a used Wilson Combat or similar but seriously you can get a very nice 1911 by purchasing a stock gun and having it customized.
I disagree with Les Baer as "high end", though he is a known brand. Dan Wesson and Springfield custom are not high end either. High end is more along the lines of Wilson or Nighthawk.In my humble opinion, the best guns to buy, from both a performance and an investment perspective are used guns in good condition from medium to high end makers. Les Baer, Dan Wesson, Springfield Custom Shop.